9 Questions to ask at job interviews
As Chairman of a specialist [Executive Recruitment](http://www.dennyexec.co.uk) company I see from the sharp end mistakes made at interview. The scores of publications on interview techniques provide great advice for candidates on how to sell themselves into a vacancy. This in many cases can become a misery for both employers and candidates. The candidate is successful and then within three months finds the job is not what he or she expected and/or the employer likewise discovers the candidate was not the person they thought they were.
This problem can be solved two fold. First by training the employing manager on how to successfully interview, the less gimmicky the better and secondly candidates must have the courage to dig deeper to prevent themselves taking a job that is not suitable. The sort of questions the candidates should be asking are:-
1. Can you clearly explain and give me the job description
2. What exactly is the personality profile of the person you wish to employ?
3. May I ask you how will you make the decision on the successful candidate?
4. What exactly are you looking for from the successful candidate?
5. If we were to wave a magic wand what are your real expectations of the new person?
6. May I ask who will I be reporting to?
7. With the greatest respect, has he or she been trained in management and leadership skills?
8. How long has he or she been in their role?
9. Do you mind me asking, do you have much of a turnover of people in your company/department?
This is not a complete list but I hope it is helpful.